Brooks Adrenaline GTS 25 vs New Balance Fresh Foam X 860 15
We haven't tested New Balance Fresh Foam X 860 15 yet, so its role suitability is estimated from published specs.
Brooks
Adrenaline GTS 25
Check priceReview Pulse · Mostly positive · 78/100
Reviewers praise the cushioning and stability and split on the ride and upper.
New Balance
Fresh Foam X 860 15
Check priceReview Pulse · Mostly positive · 69/100
Reviewers praise the cushioning and stability and split on the ride and upper.
The differences that matter
- Brooks Adrenaline GTS 25 is 29 g lighter.
- New Balance Fresh Foam X 860 15 has 4 mm more foam under the heel.
- Brooks Adrenaline GTS 25 has the higher drop (12 mm vs 6 mm).
What reviewers say
Ride
Brooks Adrenaline GTS 25
Divisive
Softer DNA Loft v3 and a lower 10 mm drop smooth the heel transition and make easy miles more comfortable, but the ride is still firm and short on energy return, and some testers find it dull.
New Balance Fresh Foam X 860 15
Divisive
A stable, rockered and protective ride for easy miles and walking; the substantial weight makes faster running feel laborious.
Cushioning
Brooks Adrenaline GTS 25
Praised
More foam in the heel and forefoot takes the edge off landings and suits daily mileage, though lab tests call it average and the forefoot firms up over longer runs.
New Balance Fresh Foam X 860 15
Praised
The tall dual-layer Fresh Foam X stack is soft and highly protective, especially in the forefoot.
Upper
Brooks Adrenaline GTS 25
Divisive
A roomier forefoot and soft mesh improve comfort for many, but the tapered toe box, thick warm upper and heavily padded heel collar divide testers.
New Balance Fresh Foam X 860 15
Divisive
The roomy toe box and breathable mesh suit wide feet, but the heel counter is harsh and the forefoot volume is low.
Durability
Brooks Adrenaline GTS 25
Praised
Reviewers generally expect a long-lasting daily trainer, with strong outsole wear scores, though one long-term tester saw average wear and early foam compression.
New Balance Fresh Foam X 860 15
Divisive
Outsole coverage is generous and some testers see almost no wear, while lab abrasion results are only average.
Grip
Brooks Adrenaline GTS 25
Praised
Grippy rubber handles wet roads and light paths well, with only the exposed foam limiting off-road use.
New Balance Fresh Foam X 860 15
Praised
Wet and dry road traction is dependable, but the heel gap collects rocks off-road.
Stability
Brooks Adrenaline GTS 25
Praised
GuideRails and a broad, flared base give noticeable but unobtrusive medial support that holds up when form fades.
New Balance Fresh Foam X 860 15
Praised
The Stability Plane plate and medial wedge provide well-integrated support for overpronation and low arches.
Value
Brooks Adrenaline GTS 25
Divisive
At $155 it is fairly priced for a durable stability trainer, though some reviewers say lighter, livelier rivals offer more for similar money.
New Balance Fresh Foam X 860 15
Praised
At $150 it offers a unique medial-wedge design and high durability, making it good value for easy miles and walking.
Which one to choose
Choose Brooks Adrenaline GTS 25 if…
- you want the lighter shoe
- you prefer to feel closer to the ground
- you like a higher drop
- its durability is what you care about most
Reviewers recommend it for
- Daily training for overpronators
- Walking and standing all day
- New runners wanting guided support
Choose New Balance Fresh Foam X 860 15 if…
- you want more foam under you
- you like a lower drop
- its value is what you care about most
Reviewers recommend it for
- Easy runs and recovery days
- Walking and all-day standing
- Overpronators wanting a medial wedge
Specifications
- Category
- Stability daily trainer
- Stability daily trainer
- Price
- $140$9.990000000000009 less
- $149.99
- Weight
- 300 g29 g lighter
- 329 g
- Drop
- 12 mm
- 6 mm6 mm lower drop
- Stack
- 36 / 24 mm
- 40 / 34 mm4 mm more stack
- Plate
- No plate
- Not reported
- Stability
- Stability
- Stability
- Foam
- DNA Loft v3
- Fresh Foam X
Role suitability
DAILY
RECOVERY
LONG RUN
TEMPO
RACE